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Frequently Asked Questions
Can dogs have blueberry muffins?
This depends entirely on the muffin in question. In general, it’s best not to let your dog have muffins since they’re made with human consumption in mind. Muffins have many ingredients that can cause issues for your dog. Some have spices that can harm your dog, such as cocoa powder. Cocoa powder contains chemicals similar to caffeine which can cause heart and kidney problems like chocolate. Nutmeg is another common spice that can be in your muffins. This spice is toxic for dogs and can cause severe stomach issues and damage their nervous system. It can even lead to death in rare cases. Cocoa and nutmeg are only two examples; salt is often used in muffins and can cause significant issues. The only way you can safely assure your dog won’t suffer from eating a blueberry muffin is to make it yourself and avoid any of the many ingredients that can harm your dog. Assuming the muffins are safe, you can allow your dog to eat plenty. Keep track of how many blueberries are in the muffins to monitor how many your dog is eating. You can overfeed your dog on blueberries using this medium just as much as any other, so be careful. As a side note, muffins are also very filling. Giving your dog, multiple muffins may cause them to ignore other foods or cause obesity. As always, consult a veterinarian to ensure you aren’t overfeeding your dog or ruining its diet.Can dogs have blueberry yogurt?
In most cases, a dog can eat yogurt without threatening its health. Yogurts act as a probiotic, which can aid the digestive system. They are also high in calcium and protein, which are helpful for your dogs. However, that isn’t to say that you can grab any yogurt off the shelf and safely give it to your dog. Like muffins, the added ingredients can cause issues for your pet, so ensure you’re reading the ingredients carefully. Added sugars, for example, can cause health issues for your dog. Dogs are much more sensitive to sugars than humans, and you can easily cause a disease, condition, or dietary upset by giving them too much sugar. There are also artificial sweeteners that can harm your dog. A common artificial sweetener, xylitol, is toxic to dogs and can cause many issues. The best option is to go for plain Greek yogurt. This yogurt is free of most additives, has lower levels of lactose, and is rich in helpful bacterial cultures. You can add blueberries at your leisure, either whole or as a paste, to flavor the yogurt. Overall, it would be best if you didn’t give your dog too much yogurt. While Greek yogurts have less lactose, any yogurt still contains lactose and milk unless otherwise stated. High amounts of lactose will cause issues with your dog’s digestive system. Diarrhea is a common side-effect of eating too much yogurt. Monitor your dog and ensure you’re giving them small amounts as a treat rather than as a meal replacement.Related: Is Yoplait Yogurt Safe For Dogs and Can Dogs Eat Strawberry Yogurt?